When did BSA A65 Lightning motorcycle come out?
A marriage of a 1966 Lightning twin-carb engine mounted in an A65 frame of November, 1968 vintage, the bike is in good solid condition. It was owned for many years by a now elderly gentleman. The engine starts and runs well, though a little cold blooded.
When did BSA stop development of the A65R Rocket?
The A65R Rocket was produced from 1964 but was stopped in 1965 when all development at BSA was halted by financial difficulties. The A65R was a development of the old model range led by Bob Fearon, Managing Director and General Manager of BSA and Chief Development Engineer Bert Perrigo they developed the unit construction Star twins.
What kind of motorcycle was the BSA Thunderbolt Rocket?
. The BSA A65R Rocket was one of a series of unit construction twin cylinder Birmingham Small Arms Company (BSA) motorcycles made in the 1960s. A version branded as the A65 ‘Thunderbolt Rocket’ was aimed at the US market.
Are there BSA motorcycle parts made in the UK?
We have a proud tradition of having BSA motorcycle Parts manufactured in the UK. Where possible we will always attempt to source or manufacture in the UK, after all, the BSA is an English Motorcycle! We stock everything from English made BSA Seats, BSA Mudguards, body parts, engine parts and much more. Genuine BSA Motorcycle Parts
Is the BSA A65 Lightning still in production?
1968 BSA A65 Lightning A nice BSA A65 Lightning. originally manufactured in 1968 and exported to Canada. it was re imported in 1993 and V5 states this. Looks good in the pictures has dings on the tank and chips on the panels. The original dunlop rims are ok but not perfect. original pipes. seat. all good but not perfect or concours.
How does a BSA unit A50 engine work?
Gas Flowing and tuning. Bore size is matched to piston dimensions for correct clearance. Bores are straight and parallel. Barrels are shot blasted and a high quality stove enamel paint before machining. High quality bushes are always used and can be made to size to accommodate worn shafts or casings.
Where to find BSA Norton and vintage Triumph parts?
Searching for BSA, Norton and vintage Triumph parts has never been easier until now. Our state of the art website is designed to help you find all the parts you need fast and easy. Our site navigates in such a way that having the OEM part number is a plus. You can either search by number and/or you can search by description.
When was the BSA Lightning Clubman first made?
Manufactured in October 1972 and first registered in Arizona in April 1973. It has the USA spec 2 gallon petrol tank. It is one of the last Lightning’s made by BSA, has a dating certificate and copy of the first registration in USA. The bike returned to the UK in 1992 and has had a light renovation.